Some readers had the idea that if a celebrity appeared on the cover of TeenGirl Spirit, that meant he or she could be found in the office, hanging out. Girls would call every day asking to speak to models and celebrities from the magazine. "If you see Keanu Reeves," one girl asked, "will you say hello to him for me?"

"Yes," I answered truthfully. "If I ever see Keanu, I promise to say hello for you."